Let's See Those Lifted / Big Tire Gen 4s!!

[PNWExpy]

Finally got the bilsteins and wheels/tires on. Went with F150 fronts on bottom ring, Expedition rears on top ring. 295/70/18 Falken Wildpeaks on 9x18 +18 method MR305s.

Front Tires did rub on the fabric behind the fog lights when turning. Wasn’t too bad to trim as there’s not much behind it.

Front fender sits about 39” from ground, rear sits about 38.5”. On the truck tires measure 33” tall and 34” side to side. They poke but only just a bit. The tread sits inside the wheel well while the bulge of the tire is outside.

Total height is about 78” to top of rack/antenna.

I didn’t think the fx4 shocks were too bad but the Bilsteins are nice. Something to note: When installed in the strut assembly the Bilsteins don’t preload the coil much at all. The stock shocks have about 1” of preload that the bils don’t. All in all I’m happy with the performance though. They definitely recover nicely but I’d say because of less preload it tends to dive a bit more when braking hard or swerving.

 

[Epic Dad]

Finally got the Icon Stage 2 and new wheel/tire combo installed. Will take better pics when I finish the roof rack.

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This is the look I’m going for. What’s that wheel stance look like with a side profile pic? What are the specs on your lift and tire/rim size? Thanks so much!

 

[WALoeIII]

Hey guys, hope everyone is having a great day.
Here's my 2019 on king racing series 2.5 shocks with remote resis, baja kits ucas (f150 spec - bolted right on), method rims and yokohamas 285/70/17, full front metal bumper (with intercooler shutter delete) and rear bumper skid plate View attachment 70002View attachment 70003View attachment 70004View attachment 70006

Got any links for these bumpers, especially the rear, these look great!

 

[pathfinder_88]

Thought I’d throw mine up as it sits now. No lift on 275/65r20 (34”x11”) Nitto Terra Grapplers with F150 wheels and 1.5” Bora spacers. Without spacers, these fit with zero rubbing. Spacers required the front liners ahead of the wheels be pulled forward slightly. Tires poke just slightly with the spacers. Will run this for a bit but did find a set of raptor wheels…

 

[dave91gt]

Need confirmation (reassurance rather) what I’m about to do will work.
Wife drives a 2019 Stealth on factory 22’s. We live in the country and she came from a lifted 18 Wrangler. She still has a lifted 98 TJ. Anyway- her orders are to get some ground clearance and good, offroad worthy tires on her Expy.
I’ve ordered the readylift 3/2. Now to wheel and tire fitment- this is our family hauler btw.
She likes the Fuel Blitz and the Falken Wildpeaks that were on her 18 Jeep. So- the wheel specs are 18x9 +20 and tires I’m leaning 295 70 Falkens.
Based on what I’ve seen, this should work.
Any last minute advice? Should I step tire size down a tad? Am I gonna clear? I’m aware I’ll likely have to trim the power boards.
Helpnme out folks. I’ve had plenty of lifted and leveled trucks, Jeeps, etc. Gotta say the Expy has me worried I’ll screw this up. Nice rigs on here btw!

 

[PNWExpy]

Need confirmation (reassurance rather) what I’m about to do will work.
Wife drives a 2019 Stealth on factory 22’s. We live in the country and she came from a lifted 18 Wrangler. She still has a lifted 98 TJ. Anyway- her orders are to get some ground clearance and good, offroad worthy tires on her Expy.
I’ve ordered the readylift 3/2. Now to wheel and tire fitment- this is our family hauler btw.
She likes the Fuel Blitz and the Falken Wildpeaks that were on her 18 Jeep. So- the wheel specs are 18x9 +20 and tires I’m leaning 295 70 Falkens.
Based on what I’ve seen, this should work.
Any last minute advice? Should I step tire size down a tad? Am I gonna clear? I’m aware I’ll likely have to trim the power boards.
Helpnme out folks. I’ve had plenty of lifted and leveled trucks, Jeeps, etc. Gotta say the Expy has me worried I’ll screw this up. Nice rigs on here btw!

I did the Bilstein lift but it’s pretty much the same. I’m running the Wildpeak 95/70/18 +18 and had to do a bit of trimming. I’ve got 1000 miles on it and some off-road with no rubbing after the slight trim. Check this thread out for to see what needs cut.

A Little Pushing. A Little Screwing. A little Pinning...

A Little Pushing/Screwing/Pinning BEFORE: AFTER (and with a little cutting, sanding and then adding some sexy black items): The cut to the lower valence looks pretty factory, and I kept the sharp "scallop" to match the lines. The point almost looks like it will hit...

www.expeditionforum.com

 

[dave91gt]

Thank you- I missed that post I believe. I’ve already removed the lower valance. I ordered the wheels and tires. Once the lift is on and I test fit, I’ll have a better idea of tucking needs when wheels and tires arrive. This helps!
Wheels are a week out (tires in stock) and I’m waiting on the lift from Summit. It says “in stock” and has a delay in shipping. I ordered the wheel and tire package from National Tire and Wheel as I’ve ordered several times from them before. Wife was back and forth on 18’s or 20’s and the 18’s won out. I can’t wait to have a unique expedition- As you all know, it’s not something you see everyday. After all this is finished, I’ll be looking at tuning options to get speedo corrected and help overcome the added tire size with 3.31 gears. Her Jeep had 3.45’s and while it did ok with the 35’s, 8th gear was useless with the ratio and low torque of the 3.6 V6. I’ve had plenty of ecoboosts and never tuned one. Guess we will try our hand with this one.

 

[pathfinder_88]

Thank you- I missed that post I believe. I’ve already removed the lower valance. I ordered the wheels and tires. Once the lift is on and I test fit, I’ll have a better idea of tucking needs when wheels and tires arrive. This helps!
Wheels are a week out (tires in stock) and I’m waiting on the lift from Summit. It says “in stock” and has a delay in shipping. I ordered the wheel and tire package from National Tire and Wheel as I’ve ordered several times from them before. Wife was back and forth on 18’s or 20’s and the 18’s won out. I can’t wait to have a unique expedition- As you all know, it’s not something you see everyday. After all this is finished, I’ll be looking at tuning options to get speedo corrected and help overcome the added tire size with 3.31 gears. Her Jeep had 3.45’s and while it did ok with the 35’s, 8th gear was useless with the ratio and low torque of the 3.6 V6. I’ve had plenty of ecoboosts and never tuned one. Guess we will try our hand with this one.

I don't think you'll notice much performance difference going up to a 35". Gas mileage will take a hit as per usual. I'm running the 87 daily/tow tune from 5 star and I'm quite happy with it. Pulls hard and no more lugging around town.

 

[dave91gt]

I don't think you'll notice much performance difference going up to a 35". Gas mileage will take a hit as per usual. I'm running the 87 daily/tow tune from 5 star and I'm quite happy with it. Pulls hard and no more lugging around town.

That’s good to hear. I’ve followed 5Star for a long time and they would be my choice. Thanks for the feedback.

 

[dave91gt]

Need confirmation (reassurance rather) what I’m about to do will work.
Wife drives a 2019 Stealth on factory 22’s. We live in the country and she came from a lifted 18 Wrangler. She still has a lifted 98 TJ. Anyway- her orders are to get some ground clearance and good, offroad worthy tires on her Expy.
I’ve ordered the readylift 3/2. Now to wheel and tire fitment- this is our family hauler btw.
She likes the Fuel Blitz and the Falken Wildpeaks that were on her 18 Jeep. So- the wheel specs are 18x9 +20 and tires I’m leaning 295 70 Falkens.
Based on what I’ve seen, this should work.
Any last minute advice? Should I step tire size down a tad? Am I gonna clear? I’m aware I’ll likely have to trim the power boards.
Helpnme out folks. I’ve had plenty of lifted and leveled trucks, Jeeps, etc. Gotta say the Expy has me worried I’ll screw this up. Nice rigs on here btw!

Talk about “going for it”
Tire and wheel package from National Tire and Wheel. Third package I’ve ordered from them and they have been great to deal with.
Wheels are Fuel Blitz 18x9 +20
Tires are Falken Wildpeak 295 70 18
Readylift kit arrives tomorrow and dealer will install Wednesday.
Then I will bolt these up and see what trimming / adjusting it needs.
Hopefully no issues and last piece will be order a tuner. Not sure if off the shelf or 5Star.
Going on a 2019 Stealth short Expy.
I will share experience / details after it’s finished.
Amazing the different look when comparing the factory 22’s to the 18’s. While I personally like the look of the 22’s, these will be more suited to our familiar style (more rubber, slight stance).